CVE-2021-25034
MEDIUMCVSS 6.1/10EPSS 0.79%
Last modified
CVE-2021-25034 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.1/10 on the CVSS scale. The WP User WordPress plugin before 7.0 does not sanitise and escape some parameters in pages where the [wp_user] shortcode is used, leading to Reflected Cross-Site Scripting issues. EPSS estimates a 0.79% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The WP User WordPress plugin before 7.0 does not sanitise and escape some parameters in pages where the [wp_user] shortcode is used, leading to Reflected Cross-Site Scripting issues
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Wp User Project | Wp User | < 7.0 |
References
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/c4e50dd2-450f-413d-b15f-ece413e42157Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/c4e50dd2-450f-413d-b15f-ece413e42157Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-25034?
The WP User WordPress plugin before 7.0 does not sanitise and escape some parameters in pages where the [wp_user] shortcode is used, leading to Reflected Cross-Site Scripting issues
How severe is CVE-2021-25034?
CVE-2021-25034 has a CVSS score of 6.1/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.79% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-25034?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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